Outputs (2)

Open futures, human finitude (2013)
Book Chapter
Evans, M. (2013). Open futures, human finitude. In J. Gordon, J. MacNaughton, & C. Rudebeck (Eds.), Medical humanities companion : prognosis (105-120). Radcliffe Publishing

‘Looking forward’ is an ambiguous state in which to find oneself, as ambiguous as that future reality of which the looking-forward is a presentiment. Anticipation can be eager and excited (cats are said to enjoy the prospect of food as much as the fo... Read More about Open futures, human finitude.

Wonderful treatment (2013)
Book Chapter
Evans, M. (2013). Wonderful treatment. In P. Louhiala, I. Heath, & J. Saunders (Eds.), Medical humanities companion : treatment (17-32). Radcliffe Publishing

A friend of mine once had the misfortune to suffer acute appendicitis and be admitted to hospital for emergency surgery. The operation was uneventful and wholly successful, my friend recovered in a manner and at a rate that was typical for his age (h... Read More about Wonderful treatment.